Hospital Pharmacist in Pittsburgh, PA

A direct hire opportunity is available for a Clinical Pharmacist to support multiple high-acuity units, including the Emergency Department (ED) and Critical Care Unit (CCU), as well as actively participate on the antibiotic stewardship team. This role offers a unique chance to expand your clinical expertise by working across several units, unlike many larger hospitals where pharmacists often specialize on a single floor.

Location: State College, Pennsylvania a vibrant community known for its natural beauty and home to Penn State University. Relocation assistance is available to make your transition smooth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide medication order entry, verification, and medication profile reviews to ensure appropriateness and safety.
• Deliver clinical pharmacy services tailored to specific patient populations within ED and ICU settings.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize pharmacotherapy.
• Conduct drug therapy monitoring and pharmacist-managed consults as outlined by protocols.
• Engage in acute patient care scenarios such as cardiac arrest, stroke, sepsis, and trauma management.
• Contribute to antibiotic stewardship initiatives to promote safe and effective antimicrobial use.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
• Postgraduate Year One residency (PGY1) or a minimum of 3 years recent clinical pharmacy experience.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Experience working with Meditech information systems preferred but not required.

Schedule:

• Primarily day shifts with some variable afternoon coverage.
• 8-hour shifts offering work-life balance.

This is a direct hire position poised to offer competitive compensation and professional growth in a collegial environment. Engage with diverse clinical challenges and enhance your expertise by working across multiple critical care units. If you are a motivated clinical pharmacist ready to make an impact in patient care, apply today to explore this career-enhancing role.